Although it was termed as an escort, it functioned more as surveillance.
Throughout the journey, they were strictly prohibited from acting independently.
Upon reaching the provincial capital, they found only two scribes and a small retinue of 20 to 30 individuals awaiting them outside the city. Shao Yunduan and Jia Heming were notably absent, as were Sun Bai, Sun Qian, Hang Xingshan, Zheng Sangge, and other prominent figures.
Lord Yang's expression darkened.
With a smile, Scribe Zhang explained, "Regrettably, our Lord has been unwell and preoccupied of late, convalescing at the manor outside the city. The others are engrossed in their duties and unable to break away. Hence, I've been assigned to assist Madam Shao in welcoming you."
"As it's already late, Lord, I suggest you retire to the inn and settle in. Madam Shao will extend an invitation for a meeting tomorrow morning."
Lord Yang and Prefect Liu were dumbfounded!
